L'Artiste Muscle in City of London, Westminster

Sadly, a bit ordinary. One of us had snails, which whilst they were ok, did not come in shells, which you'd normally expect to be filled with garlic butter for putting in the oven. Secondly I had the cassoulet. Perfectly tasty, but whilst the sausage was fine, the duck, which I'd normally expect to have a leg of, came shredded, and certainly not the full meat of a duck leg. My partner was happy with her tartiflette, but the portion of pate was small.

Everything was amazing! Unfortunately a gentleman, eastern European I believe, I didn't get his name. Was very short tempered, and hostile with his service towards us. Other than that, the food delicious and the atmosphere was pleasant. We got beef bourguignon and it was so tender! It’s so disappointing that he let the general service down.

Excellent french food and ambiance. Good wine selection and well priced.

Amazing classic french restaurant, cozy, friendly, an absolute gem. Food is delicious and plentiful. Excellent value.

Food is ok but the place is small and does not look great

Returned for a long overdue visit post a visit to Royal Accademy nearby (superb Ukrainian exhibition). Despite roadworks in Shepherd Street, our visit was superb. Two newbies with me. Starters 2x paté (cournichons & salad also super), one onion soup (the best outside Paris in a while). Mains, 2x sirloin & one paté & a tomato salad - inspired by our starters, & frites! No problems cherry picking at menu 🫠. Plenty of string french fries. A glass of 🍷 each. Plenty of bread and yummy butter. Service way up there 👏. Restaurant v cute bistro/ brasserie in a v special, beautiful area of old London, & a fun history, too. Not sure why I left it so long... had a super wander through to Hyde Park to walk off the perfect meal 😋. Merci tous 🥰

Looks nothing from outside but having done some research prior to heading Sheperd Market we'd heard all hood. Very glad we ventured in. Small space, great service, lovely wine and fabulous food. Mushroom risotto is one of my faves and this was the best ever, so tasty. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his sea bass and we even managed to share a piece of the delicious tart tatin. Will definitely return, very reasonable price too.

Authentic French food and fabulous service. Unfortunately, I don’t know the name of our waiter, but he was lovely.

This was a perfect meal in an intimate and perfect setting. We had some delicious mussels as a starter, which were beautifully seasoned and a joy. This was followed by sea bass, expertly cooked and seasoned and one of the best fish dishes we’ve ever had. The service was warm, friendly and superbly efficient. And, at £100 for the two of us, with two glasses of wine each, this was real value for money. We’ll definitely be going back.

A wonderful discovery in Shepherd Market - an authentic French bistro with the most delicious food. The service was warm and welcoming, and the chef produced incredible dishes in the tiniest of kitchens. The sea bass in particular was a triumph. Thank you to all the staff for a great evening.

Cute place. Enjoyed our time there. Generous serving and food was tasty. The only thing we didn't like was the sand in the muscles. Both me and my friend kept biting sand during the meal. It was a lovely lunch aside from this.

I can see why this place has so many fans. Not a faultless restaurant by any means, but that's the whole point frankly. Ticks all the boxes for a quaint neighbourhood French bistro where you can have a quick entrecote with a pastis and be treated like a member of the family.

The good here was excellent and for us the portion sizes were just about perfect. It’s a very touristy area so they really don’t have to try hard to attract customers. I’ve knocked a star off for the ambiance of the place. Didn’t appreciate the loud football commentary on a video from the kitchen which also seemed to distract the staff somewhat and we had to ask for things rather than be asked. And a delivery arrived and all the goods were carted in right next to us. The driver was very disrespectful and screwed up his delivery note and threw it in the gutter as the waiter looked on and said nothing. Muscles were excellent with fries

Stopped for a late lunch on a sunday and was not disappointed. The staff were warm, friendly and casual (which was perfect). There were good menu choices, i had a small goats cheese salad and the farmhouse pate. I enjoyed a glass of wine and didnt feel rushed in any way. Location wise, its lovely. Inside space to sit and people watch but a few tables outside for those unusually hot days of the year. I would recommend this place for a lovely lunch or dinner in a relaxed environment. Staff are a credit to the business and the food was delicious. Ill definitely come back to try the mussels 🙂

Small, quaint bistrot in Shepherd's Market, Mayfair. Good choice of food; the onion soup was one of the best that I have tasted, and the moules-frites were plentiful. Would not hesitate to return when next in London.

Lovely restaurant with delicious food. A perfect spot to watch the world go by

Intimate setting, great food, lively: but music and noise low enough to have a great conversation.

Amazing food and great hospitality!

We arrived at 9:30 p.m., an hour before the closing time indicated on Google and in the Routard guide. Nothing special to say but the restaurant should change its hours to avoid this type of unpleasant surprise.

I have been coming here for 20 years and I still LOVE it!

I ordered the beef bourguignon based on the positive reviews on google. I was so excited to try it! But the beef is so dry and overcooked, it wasn’t tender at all, which made the meal really sad! The mash potato and the sauce are amazing tho! However, It is not worth 22£ plus the service fee 2.5£ I would suggest you to try other dish than this if you decide to visit.

Excellent sea bass and beef bourguignon! Easily the best meal I've ever had in London.

After visiting Diana’s family home, I was very hungry, but there were all super famous stores nearby, which seemed expensive and not delicious. I came to the Shepherd’s Market by accident and randomly chose this restaurant. Everyone, it’s really delicious. It’s so delicious~~ The price is not expensive for London. I recommend it as a pre-opera dinner. Anyway, it’s just a short ride away on the MRT. It’s not even a stop or two away.

Entrecotes ordered were absolutely fine , risotto lacked flavour. The service could have been more prompt…. The worst part …. Cooking smells … washed my hair beforehand.. waste of time , suede jacket into the cleaners next day £60 to get cleaned, every item of clothing stank of fried foods. Might as well have been in the kitchen cooking! Because of that I would not go back .

I went there today for lunch with my girlfriend who is allergic to gluten and dairy products. The chef was so creative to make her a dish with the right sauce to accommodate her diet restrictions. The service is top-notch, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. We stayed there for a long while because it felt so comfortable. We loved everything! Merci beaucoup l’Artiste muscle!

I loved every min of my time spend in this restaurant. From the moment arrived the door was opened by a friendly member of staff. The staff were so very friendly accommodating and just down right nice people. Our waitress on the night was Emma aka Janell Monae (if you knw, you knw) :) the Food was excellent an amazing value for money, the location TOP Tier, I felt I wasn't in London anymore. If you like French food and an amazing vibe this has got to be the spot. So coming back here. Thank you L 'Artiste for an amazing evening - from the Time life Crew.

It is a very small restaurant, so it's pretty cosy but also almost a little too squeezed. The kitchen is open to the restaurant, which always adds a nice flair but also results in your clothes, smelling of oil etc. My friend and I shared the mussels to start with, which were very tasty, and she then had the beef and I the chicken breast. Mine was very bland and boring, I have to say, and my friends had not enough gravy. The wine was good and the service was friendly but I would not come back as the food was definitely lacking in flavour We each paid £50

A delicious meal with terrific service. An absolute gem of a restaurant!

Superb! A cosy traditional French eatery with an open kitchen, a warm welcome and wonderful food. The moules and frites were , excellent, never had better: a bottle of wine, a plate of charcuterie with lovely bread to start and a crème brûlée to finish. Perfect!Great value for a quick lunch, thank you.

L'Artiste Muscle truly delivered a culinary experience that left us impressed. My Cassoulet (and I love casoulette) was very,very, good boasting a substantial Toulouse sausage that added a delightful richness. My girlfriend savored a notable Beef Bourguignon, and both dishes were complemented perfectly by a bottle of Beaujolais. The overall experience was not only delicious but also reasonably priced. Service was good too. We shall be back.

The food was finger-licking good! The staff was extremely friendly and the general atmosphere was very pleasant. Highly recommend, one of my favourite restaurants in London.

We had an excellent meal on a busy Friday night. Service was friendly and the food delicious. Wine by the glass went perfectly with the dishes.

My top place at shepherd market in Mayfair. Great food. Excellent chef and lovely waiting team.

Very good classic French bistro

Now this is what I call a top quality French food place. Nicely styled traditional French eatery with open kitchen. The staff were very welcoming, friendly and excellent at their job, really know their stuff. The food was spot on, everything was simply divine, and as with any good French eatery they stocked pastis and a lovely select wine list. I cannot fault this visit and will definitely come back. A 10 out of 10 from me. A la prochaine👍😎

Came here with 5 friends. Food was delicious from appetizers to entrees. Place is very small and we ate downstairs. Service was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend.

Great little place, good food and reasonable price

These lovely people managed to fit us 3 people in last minute on a busy Thursday night, we came on a whim so had no idea what to expect but were so pleasantly surprised! To start we had Escargot with a delicious sauce - no messing around with shells, so easy to eat and on some lovely bread. Then we had Moules Marinière with fries which were SO GOOD. An absolutely huge portion of some of the best mussels I’ve ever had in the UK, the white wine sauce was so good I could have had it as a soup and the fries were skinny, crunchy and amazing. For dessert we had the Tarte Tatin, it was caramelly, juicy, delicious and perfectly paired with some crème fraiche. The house wines were pretty good, very healthy servings and the service was friendly, relaxed (in a good way!) and so nice about how late we turned up. What a wonderful evening.

Incredible food and service! Went with a friend we both had the Chicken with potatoes, perfectly cooked and the sauce was so delicious. We shared a Crème brûlée and chocolate mouse between us as we couldn’t decide and it was the best decision. Both desserts were just right and not overpowering. The staff were friendly and gave us approvals of our choices when ordering too 💕 Will definitely be back!

Not smart at all but lovely food and great location. We’re often in the area and will definitely return.

I called at short notice for a table for 1, and was accommodated outside with no trouble. The food and service were excellent; I was seated quickly, orders taken promptly, informed advice given, friendly conversation with staff which crossed nobody’s boundaries - all things which sound simple but are so hard to find! I had the sea bream which was exquisite, moist and rich with a delicious anchovy accompaniment. I was so happy with my main that I added a chocolate mousse, muscat and a calvados. Staff were attentive and friendly without being remotely in my face. It’s fascinating to sit and watch the (immensely rich) world go by in Mayfair, eye opening for a second city woman. I would absolutely recommend this place and come back again at the drop of a hat.

Small and friendly place, one of the best canards I've tasted in a long time. Congratulations!

Buzzy French bistro with excellent food at reasonable prices for central London.

Wandered into the restaurant at 12 noon as we were looking for lunch. And wow this place is fantastic! We had bread and butter to start, which was promptly refilled when our mains arrived. Portion sizes are large so we were very satisfied. Everything tastes excellent and reminds us of Paris. Above all this restaurant has Orangina!

We were wanting soup so bad and all the tables were reserved already, but they were kind enough to let us go sit at the basement tables even though they had closed that area. The French onion soup was amazing. Ended up having salad and mussels too. Service and food were superb!! And Price were great!

Lovely find. Friendly, cosy and great food. Definitely will be coming back with friends.

I don’t normally review my favourite places but I noticed a very misleading review posted by a guy (Charlie Howell) who had eaten 50 meals at l’artiste. He had a bad experience for which they did not charge but his biggest problem seems to be that his wife was referred to as ‘darling’. He left a bad review and one star!! Well mon Cheri you couldn’t be more wrong. The owner, who I’ve never met, did a very measured reply and should be congratulated. Now to the review I’ve been dining here since 1990 so many many meals. It used to be traditional French with a limited menu but all really well cooked with a touch of class and great atmosphere. Now this place is truly exceptional they have a new chef who is creating surprisingly good food and the service is stylish and brilliant. I wish I’d taken a picture of the food he served us last Wednesday but I don’t do that. Suffice to say it was Michelin standard. I love this little place it’s brilliant. The service is second to none and they keep a good cellar. If you’re lucky they may refer to you as mon Cheri - enjoy

Fantastic little find on a trip to London. Food is amazing and staff are friendly and attentive. Highly recommended. First class.

A great day at L’artiste. We had another great meal. Chef and service all top. Cranky yes, fun yes, flavours spot on. Should be part of your must do list.

Of primary importance is the food. It is exceptional. I spent months in Belgium some time ago, ate "moules et frites" whenever I could - and these are the best muscles I've had since. Lovely cream sauce. Other dishes also wonderful. Next in importance is atmosphere and services. Also exceptional. Friendly owner, wonderful location on a corner in Shepherds Market. We sat outside on a long London summer night...so nice. If you are lucky enough to be nearby try it! You are in for a treat.

Everything was delicious. Temperature perfect for the soup! Salad was crisp and fresh as well as flavorful. I can’t wait to return!

I had such high expectations of this cute little place because the reviews were so good but it fell totally flat for me. I had steak frîtes, which should be outstanding as a basic French staple and it was mediocre at best. Same deal with the crème brûlée, they used a small, deep ramekin instead of the normal wide, shallow one and it really threw off the texture (thick in some places and super runny in others), and other than the brûléed top, basically had no flavor at all. Service was decent and the atmosphere is charming but unlike other diners, my meal just didn't do anything for me and I'm pretty easy to please! But you got to do the basics right...

An authentic French wine bar. You never know who you might find yourself chatting to in there.

Lovely little place, had a grumpy hungry child needed feeding lunch and the baby was about to start grumbling and stumbled across this gem. Food was lovely simple unpretentious french Bistro cooking. Mussels were well done, fries were crispy, chicken thighs were tasty. Service was friendly and they kept baby busy whilst eating. Next time were in London we’ll be back and will take some wine

Ein kleines französisches Juwel mitten in London. Wir waren spontan am Shepherd Market und sind über diese schöne französische Restaurant gestolpert. Die Zwiebelsuppe ist fantastisch und auch der Ziegenkäsesalat und die Muscheln sind sehr zu empfehlen.

Wunderschönes kleines Bistro mit leckerer französischer Karte. Die Zwiebelsuppe, der Salat mit Ziegenkäse und die Muscheln waren köstlich. Der Service war auch großartig. Sehr zu empfehlen!

Had a lovely meal there a few days ago. Around £50 per head with drinks and 3 courses. Food was excellent and all 3 of us had a marvelous evening. In my view, one to recommend and return to

Another small, family run restaurant that is part of the fabric of Shepherd Market, having been around for at least ten years. The service is pleasant and personal. The food is classic bistro material done reasonably well but lacking a little oomph here and there (the depth of flavour is a little lacking). Overall, it makes for an enjoyably informal setting and is very reliable. Both my starter of escargot and chicken in moustard sauce were pleasing. It is very reasonably priced for this part of town.

Been dining in this restaurant on and off for over 30 years. My last visit showed just why it has lasted so long in an area full of places to eat. We had the lunch set menu - 2 courses for £15.90. Food is delicious, service very efficient. Excellent value for money and I highly recommended. Booking essential.

Service chaleureux et accueillant comme ses plats. On reviendra et merci pour votre accueil. Tout est fait maison. Une adresse à retenir dans Mayfair. Viande savoureuse et tendre. La mousse au chocolat et la tarte Tatin sont des mets qui complètent bien le repas.

I’ve been coming to this basic authentic delightful French bistro for over 40 years since I discovered it as a student. The food quality is consistently good, I recommend the escargot and duck confit with caramelised onions, the devour has changed little, so its slightly shabby buts that’s why it feels so authentic. The authenticity is added to by always finding French youngsters as waiting staff. Feels just like the left bank of Paris.

Ordinary French fare, but cooked with 'amour'. Satisfying portions, good service and intimate ambiance.

Hemos tenido muchos mejillones, pero este fue el mejor, perfectamente preparado en una increíble salsa de crema. Podríamos haber lamido el tazón. Tuve el paté, que era genial, pero en comparación con los mejillones era simplemente delicioso. El confit de pato se cayó del hueso con mucho sabor al igual que el estofado de ternera. El pan era fabuloso. Los postres de mousse de chocolate y crema cremosa eran la manera perfecta de terminar la comida. Lista de vinos a buen precio. Este es un restaurante muy pequeño, así que necesita reservar con anticipación o tener la suerte de tener una mesa disponible. Servicio acogedor pero no intrusivo. Definitivamente regresaría por los mejillones. De hecho, estaremos soñando con ellos. Probablemente la mejor comida por el valor que tuvimos toda nuestra visita.

Deliciosos los Mejillones al vino blanco y la atención de los meseros y chef. Un restaurante perdido en Shepherds Market en Londres con una cocina estupenda y un ambiente familiar.Algo caro pero vale la pena. Muy recomendable.

I love this place and have been going there for years. The food is consistent and tasty and there are always great wines to try.

This tiny bar has been here for ever. Basic menu, steak + chips is best, served from the tiniest of kitchens, which is on veiw. Nice wines. Friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere.

The beautiful little restaurant in the heart of London (Shepherds Market), is fantastic, delicious food, Just order a bottle of wine and enjoy the people watching from the surrounding pubs. I definitely visit again as I work close by. We paid 2 people for the main course and 2 glasses of wine £52.88

Admittedly I only went here for drinks but the location, atmosphere, staff and prices are all superb. I can't wait to go back

I had worked near Shepherd's Market for 6 years back in the 00s and had eaten at every restaurant there bar this one, it just seemed to have slipped through the cracks.... What a mistake!

Beautiful little restaurant in the heart of London. Authentic french cuisine, decor and atmosphere. Food was delicious and don’t forget to try the chocolate mousse! We will definitely visit again.

Conocí a un par de viejos colegas para un almuerzo barato y alegre. Maravillosamente reducido bistro shabby chic con personal amable y eficiente.

We were two mixed couples that arrived with a booking on a busy Friday evening. Our friend is a Francophile and she found the food and service to be good. I thought the food was OK. The wine was nice. Prices were OK.Service was good.

Très bon accueil et cuisine de qualité, nous y avons passé un bon moment!

We came to celebrate my friends birthday. I loved the decor and atnosphere. We came to eat the muscles but they only had 1 portion so we had other things too. All food was delish and staff very friendly. The muscles were the best! I will be back soon.

Tuvimos un almuerzo realmente agradable aquí ayer: coq au vin con papas asadas y un lado de judías verdes, seguido de un plato de quesos mixtos, regado con una botella de clarete. Excelente valor teniendo en cuenta que está en Mayfair. No puedo creer que no lo haya descubierto antes, aparentemente ha estado allí por años y años. Un bistró francés muy auténtico - elegante con pequeñas mesas abarrotadas. Servicio eficiente y amigable. No puedo esperar para regresar.

Hemos estado comiendo aquí durante más de tres décadas y sigue siendo una de las mejores gemas ocultas en la escena del restaurante de Londres.

Cené aquí para almorzar un viernes con un amigo que trabaja cerca. Es un pequeño y maravilloso bistró francés, un pequeño lugar en una esquina en el atmosférico Shepherd Market. Tuve el solomillo con papas nuevas y un entrante de queso de cabra y tarta de cebolla caramelizada. Una copa de clarete (Burdeos) completó un sabroso almuerzo. Todo por GBP 37, incluido el servicio. Bien vale la pena reservar.

Such a lovely place to come for a drink. The wine is fab and the staff are super friendly and attentive. Daniel the waiter is especially amazing! Would totally recommend

I love this place. The staff are always keen to help, cheerful and friendly. They speed up at lunchtime and relax when it is dinner and we have more time. I am addicted to the lamb steak which is delicious, as is the salmon tartare. I am looking forward to the comforting winter menu coming back soon too. It is a tiny place, often cramped but go with the flow and enjoy the ambience and the bustle of the Market. I go with a friend to gossip and catch up regularly and know we will always be looked after.

We went there after seeing a play in west end for dessert and drinks. Staff was friendly and food good.

I’m not sure what has happened to this little French restaurant. I used to work around the corner and ate here regularly. Haven’t been here for 1.5yrs and decided to revisit. The escargots were mediocre and the steak even though I asked for blue/rare it arrived well done. When I spoke to the waitress she took the plate away and then came back to the table and told me it was rare?! I had to explain that it wasn’t rare and then show her simple chart of how steak should be cooked. See image attached. In fairness she asked if I would like anything else but this isn’t the type of place where you’d send anything back.

Following a superb visit to the Summer Exhibition at the RA we found ourselves waliking through Shepherds Market looking for an early meal. We wandered through delightful lanes where there’s a range of restaurants to suit all tastes. We decided a French meal would be good and were shown to a window seat overlooking the street and The Kings Head where many people were enjoying a drink in the sunshine. My friend and I had only one course with a glass of wine and we both enjoyed the food and the ambiance. Service was exvellent

We visited last Saturday evening and sat outside watching the hustle and bustle of a very lively evening. Nothing was too much trouble for our lovely waiter, service excellent and fun. My lamb steak was the best I’ve tasted, simple and delicious. My partner had pea soup followed by muscles, beautiful. We wish we could pop in on a regular basis!! The bistro is small, full of life and very, very relaxing, thank you.

Nos han visitado esta joya de restaurante en Shepherds Mercado en Mayfair muchas veces a lo largo de los años.

The salads are all good, the steak and frites are a classic - but you don't want to be in a rush as they can be a little slow.

An unpretentious French bistro in lively Shepherd Market. The set lunch of pate, boeuf bourguignon and a glass of house wine for £17.90 offers great value. Charming unhurried service also adds to its charm.

Popped in for lunch with an old friend here on a Saturday, this little bistro is good for people watching, has tables outside too. It was empty when we arrived soon after midday and also when we left a few hours later. Busy in between though! Lovely unpretentious atmosphere, attentive service from French speaking waiter and tasty food. We enjoyed our pate de campagne, homemade mushroom soup, roast chicken and you can’t go wrong with the beef bourguignon and pommes frites. The house merlot was very good too. A great little place which has been there for years, now I know why.

A very small but efficient restaurant and I have to say the Boeuf Bourgunon was delicious! Washed down with an acceptable House Merlot.

Been going here for at least thirty five years on a regular-ish basis and it is just plain good! Lovely french bistro atmosphere with good wines.

A nice little bistro but very annoying when a Chef can't even heat the food properly. I believe the Boeuf Bourguignon was probably frozen or certainly heavily chilled in the fridge because part of it was very cold, basically reheated in the microwave, disappointing, sent back and taken off the bill, I left hungry.

This was a delight. Smallish bistro with great ambience. Very friendly greeting, lovely staff.

I love this place. Very French, great food, lovely staff and very reasonable! It is one of my favourite places to visit.

Three of us had a really excellent lunch. Mains of sea bream, lamb steak and salade nicoise were all very good. Great frites and green beans. Friendly service. Chocolate mousse superb. Washed down with Fleurie. Will definitely return. (Best to sit upstairs if possible.)

Nos encantó nuestra noche aquí en un bistro diminuta en Shepherd's Mercado Mayfair. El restaurante es muy pequeño y podíamos ver el chef en la cocina, que me encantó. También pudimos ver el desfile de personas y coches pasando luxe y ver la pasaba en...

Llamado por casualidad y encontrar una mesa para el almuerzo. De arriba abajo estaba lleno, pero era genial lleno de carteles de objetos viejos. La comida y el servicio era bueno y la lista de vinos era deseable. El Claret fue estupendo con la carne...

Este pequeño lugar fue una experiencia muy agradable. Comida excelente, pequeño, pero interesante vino selecton. No es demasiado caro.

Hay muchas opciones en el mercado de sheppard. Este restaurante es pequeño, con mesas en el exterior y el interior. Tuvimos la ternera a la Bourguignon camarones con vegetales y asado butterflied cuscús. Las comidas eran excelentes. El servicio era rápido y agradable. Carta de vinos con precios razonables. Una cena agradable a un precio razonable

We explored the Shepherd Market area of Mayfair at the suggestion of one of the Sheraton Grand hotel managers. There are plenty of place to choose from, but as we walked by, the smell of the food lured us is. Two ladies sitting outside said the food was delicious so we decided to give it a try. We started with the pate campagne, which was very good, and then had lamb steak and duck. Both main courses were very good, prices were very reasonable and the service was very good. A great break from pub food!

In an area full of very tourist oriented bars and restaurants this place is as good as it has ever been - visit before this was over 20 years ago! Just so different from the other restaurants in Shepherds Market, with a service level that is actually bordering on unacceptable. But, yes, that really is just part of the charm. They are in demand and they know it! Food is amazing, you watch it being cooked and well worth the wait....!

A French bistro. Small. Friendly service. Enjoyable meal. Had beef Borguigon and Nicosia main, both good